LensCoatŪ 500 telephoto lens cover offers your valuable equipment some protection from scrapes and bumps, preserving its resale value. It also help break up the shape of your lens, making it less noticeable to wildlife.

The LensCoatŪ 500 features a clear plastic windows over the auto focus and Image Stabilization controls, and also the distance scale. A small hole on the last segment lines up with the red dot indictor, making it easy to quickly line up your lens with camera mount even with the cover installed.

Purchased this primarily for protection against scratches and dings. It works very well for this purpose. I found this product to be well made and easy to fit onto my lens. I'm able to change settings (min focus range, stabilization mode, etc.) through the plastic "windows." I would recommend this to anyone looking for protection for their expensive lenses...

I've used Lenscoat products on my big lens for years. When I bought the new Canon 500 there was no question that it would be covered in LensCoat as well.
LensCoat products are built to last. The material is sturdy and durable. No need to ever worry about a rip or tear.
I also use LensCoat pouches for each camera body. It gives a little bit of added protection when the camera body is in my bag or backpack...